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2.3 Pattern definition PATTERN DEF
Application
You use the PATTERN DEF function to easily define regular machining
patterns, which you can call with the CYCL CALL PAT function. As with
the cycle definitions, support graphics that illustrate the respective
input parameter are also available for pattern definitions.
The following machining patterns are available:
PATTERN DEF
is to be used only in connection with the tool
axis Z.
Machining pattern
Soft key
Page
POINT
Definition of up to any 9 machining
positions
ROW
Definition of a single row, straight or
rotated
PATTERN
Definition of a single pattern, straight,
rotated or distorted
FRAME
Definition of a single frame, straight,
rotated or distorted
CIRCLE
Definition of a full circle
PITCH CIRCLE
Definition of a circular arc